[rubberhead]

I'm renovating the kitchen in my new(to me) house and have found an awesome looking laminate to use for the countertops. It's called Formica Salvage Planked Elm and looks incredibly convincing as reclaimed wood. Its exactly the feel that i want and i think the way it will look best is to have the edge built up to 2 1/4". Square edged with the ends being bookmatched so that it looks like a solid butcherblock.

I like the fact that it will gain me 3/4" on the counter height, but im concerned with how the stove will fit. I just purchased a new LG, middle of the road stainless but won't have it until after the countertops are in.

Does anyone have any knowledge on how this is resolved? Ive seen several kitchens like this but not sure if the stove will raise that high or look weird. I don't want to cut down the base in as there is a vent under the sink and it might also look a bit stubby. I would also like to avoid plywood or something under the stove if possible, although, painted black probably wouldnt be too noticabe.

Any first hand experience?

Thanks! Ill post pics as the job develops.

http://formationswood.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/6477-Seasoned-Plank-Elm.jpg

 

[oh'mike]

My guess is the extra 3/4" will not be an issue---the counter top will be 36 3/4"

Go to the manufacturers site and look at the specifications---see if the height of the stove will adjust to 36 3/4"

 

[Colbyt]

Probably will be fine.

If it is not a second option would be to buy or make some small blocks to raise the stove. If you added some scrap carpet or felt to the bottom of them the stove would still slide with no lip to overcome.

 

[rubberhead]

Thanks guys! I don't know why i was over thinking that, not going to be a big deal haha. Thanks.

Im going to order cabinets soon after i figure out the final touches soo....

Im going to throw another question out there. What is the general consensus or opinion on where to use cabinet gable end panels. Ive geard them called a few things, no odea whats right. I have a 24" pantry on one side of fridge and countertop on other, i think id like to put a 24" gable on the side with the countertop to give the fridge an encloser. Looks tidier to me. Is that right? Where else would you propose the use of a gabel to give a more profesional look.

 

[nwhomesteader]

Take scraps of the laminate you are using and put it under the feet on the stove. It would bring it up your 3/4".

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[Mingledtrash]

Just wanted to share this as i am not a big fan of formica.

Granite countertops do not cost as much as they did 20 - 30 years ago. Even in the early 2000's, a typical granite kitchen could cost you up to $10,000 - $30,000. Now, complete granite countertops in an average size kitchen costs only $1599 - $2600 (including your sink, edge treatments and plenty of color options.) Laminate countertops will always be less expensive or even comparable in price, but the materials and life expectancy will always be lower than granite too. Granite Countertops are a natural stone - the life expectancy of granite countertops are 100 years+ while the life expectancy of laminate countertops are only up to 15 years. If you have to replace your laminate countertops just once, you could have already bought granite countertops instead, therefore saving you money over time.

http://www.fireplacecarolina.com/our-blog/bid/79127/Granite-Countertops-vs-Formica-Countertops

http://www.bobvila.com/articles/2238-kitchen-countertops-101/?bv=sm

Solid surface. These synthetic surfaces are manufactured of polyester or acrylic resins and mineral fillers. They are available in many colors, textures, and patterns, some of which resemble other materials, including wood, stone, and even glass. Thicknesses vary. One advantage of such solid surfaces as Corian and WilsonartGibraltar, two of the common brand names, is that scratches and nicks can be buffed out using an abrasive pad. These surfaces are unlikely to stain, but can be scarred by knives or discolored by exposure to heat. Installation is best left to the professionals. The price range is broad, from roughly $50 to $200 per linear foot.

 

[ChuckF.]

Nice laminate, but you will always have that characteristic black line at corners where two pieces meet. If I wanted to stay with that laminate I'd be tempted to make my own bullnose out of a wood like maple, stained to match, with an inset on the top to accept the edge of the laminate.

With a wood-look countertop, what will you make the cabinets out of?

 

[carldhoxie]

Thanks for the post. It helped me too